Property Investment Top 10 Dos and Don'ts

If you haven't enough time to read any of our factsheets our eBook or one of our books, then make sure you check out our Top 10 Tips before you invest in property.

Top 10 Dos and Don't when Investing in Property:-

1. Do make sure you see an Independent Financial Advisor to assess your financial needs and investment objectives.

2. Don't buy or invest in anything that you haven't seen and visited - especially if it's a long distance away.

3. Do learn how to research property investment potential

4. Don't trust any investment deal information you are given such as a 'prospectus' or 'investment guide'.

5. Do understand how to value a property accurately (in the UK and Abroad).

6. Don't invest any cash until you have sought independent advice.

7. Do build a team of independent experts including finance, legal and tax specialists.

8. Don't invest money that you may need quick access to.

9. Do understand the minimum timescales you need to invest in different property investments.

10. Don't invest in property until you have evaluated all the pros and cons.

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